People’s Choice Award Goes to Victor’s Restaurant of Bel-Aire for best Chili and Chocolate

It was a delicious day in Erie, Pennsylvania on Sunday, February 10th.  SafeNet’s 7th Annual Chili Cook-off with the addition of a Chocolate Lovers Celebration.
The fundraiser was put together to support SafeNet, Erie’s Domestic Violence Safety Network.  Local restaurants, bakeries and caterers joined together to compete for the title of Erie’s Best Chili & Chocolate confections.  Everything was freshly prepared, and made-from-scratch by these great community eateries.

 

“I am proud to support SafeNet because of the work they do in our community.  When people close their doors at home anything can happen, and SafeNet is an organization that provides safety for those in need” states, K.J. Schwab, Vice-President of Operations for The Clarion Lake Erie Hotel and Bel-Aire Conference Center which includes in-house Victor’s Restaurant.

SafeNet is a not for profit organization of dedicated professionals and community volunteers to ending domestic violence, affirming human dignity and delivering comprehensive direct services to victims of domestic violence in Erie County.  For more information visit:  http://www.safeneterie.org/
 
“From every city and township in the area, victims and their accompanying children come to us seeking safety and shelter from physical abuse and threats of violence occurring in the home. We open our doors to hundreds of abuse victims each year with compassion and understanding. SafeNet embraces inclusiveness and knows that victimization is not just about women and not just about heterosexual relationships.  Women and men of any culture, age or sexual preference may suffer from abuse and SafeNet provides sanctuary, support, education and advocacy” states, Linda Lyons King, SafeNet’s Executive Director.

Victor’s Restaurant was awarded “People’s Choice Award” for Erie's best chili and chocolate. The chili is a recipe from Victor’s Sous Chef, Don Harned.  It is has been given the name “Black Gold Chili which is made with a variety of ingredients from chipotle to coffee.  It will be listed on the menu and served daily for all to enjoy.  Also, the chocolate were assorted truffles created by Chef, Heidi May.  In the past, Victor’s has also won the Perry Burger Award for the best burger in town, and has been on Erie’s Best Wine List since 2004.

Victor’s offers casual elegance providing the ambiance of a big city, with all the local flavoring and fresh ingredients customers come to expect.  Victor’s has been a local favorite since inception in 1983.  Currently, Victor’s is an eclectic, chic restaurant with upscale sports décor and a menu that can satisfy everyone’s palate and is located in the elegant The Clarion Lake Erie and Bel-Aire Conference Center on 2800 W. 8th Street in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Romance your Valentine in Style

You’re looking for something to show your significant other how much they mean to you. However, a two carrot ring is out of your price range, and you have to be back at work by Monday of next week. The Clarion Lake Erie Hotel and Bel-Aire Conference Center has made it possible to romance your Valentine on February 14th through the 16th.



This Romance Package includes an overnight stay with champagne chilled in the room complemented with fresh chocolate covered strawberries, a full hot breakfast buffet, dinner with a $50 gift card to Victor’s In House Restaurant and an In-House Movie for $159.99 plus tax.

Executive Chef, Heidi May who has been with the hotel for 8 years after living in Orlando Florida working for the Gaylord Palms Resort as the Pastry Chef has put together the perfect ensemble of delicious dishes.




Victor’s offers casual elegance providing the ambiance of a big city, with all the local flavoring and fresh ingredients customers come to expect. Victor’s has been a local favorite since inception in 1983. Currently, Victor’s is an eclectic, chic restaurant with upscale sports décor and a menu that can satisfy everyone’s palate winning several awards locally for our food recently winning the Perry Burger Award for the best burger in town.

Take advantage of Erie’s Best Wine List since 2004. All of the servers are versed in the perfect wine selection. They can suggest a wine by the glass for each of the courses, or a bottle to complement each of the entrees for a table. Beer has become a very popular choice for people right now and all of the servers can find the right frosty beverage to enjoy with your meal. Micro and craft beer offer guests many flavors and body options. It has certainly come a long way from the standard draft. We have a variety of micro, craft, import, and domestic options for guests.

The Valentine’s Day 2013 Menu includes:

Soup
French Onion Soup 5
Authentic Louisiana Gumbo Cup 3 Bowl 5
Lobster Bisque Cup 3 Bowl 5

Appetizer
Spinach & Artichoke Dip 8
Crab Cakes 10
Coconut Shrimp 13
Cheddar Corn Cake with Barbecue Pulled Pork 7
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Skewers with Smoked Gouda Sauce 10

Salad
Caesar Salad 6
Spinach Salad 11

Entrée
Stuffed Chicken with Apples, Brie, and Almonds 17
Honey Balsamic Glazed Duck 26
Veal Stroganoff over Gnocchi 23
Spinach Pecan Stuffed Salmon 19
Pretzel Crusted Cod 17
French Onion Sirloin 21
Six or Nine-Ounce Filet Mignon 26/32
New York Strip Steak 28
Vegetable Pesto Primavera 14
Nine-Ounce or One-Pound Cold Water Lobster Tail Market Price

Dessert
Our Chef will tempt you with the night’s selections

The night will be one your Valentine will never forget. The Clarion Lake Erie Hotel & Bel-Aire takes pride in treating all guests like royalty, and looks forward to creating the perfect Valentines Romance on this special day.

Call 814.833.1116 for the perfect reservations.